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New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2: Here's When Pre-Orders Begin

MacRumors • Mon, 12 Oct 2026

Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman today reported that new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models will be unveiled on Tuesday, October 13 and launch on Friday, October 30 . In a follow-up video , Gurman said he was told that both devices should be available to pre-order starting this week. Related Roundups: Apple TV , HomePod mini Tag: HomePod Mini 2 Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy) , HomePod Mini (Don't Buy) Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater , HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto Technology This article, " New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2: Here's When Pre-Orders Begin " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman today reported that new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models will be unveiled on Tuesday, October 13 and launch on Friday, October 30 .

In a follow-up video , Gurman said he was told that both devices should be available to pre-order starting this week.

Related Roundups: Apple TV , HomePod mini Tag: HomePod Mini 2 Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy) , HomePod Mini (Don't Buy) Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater , HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto Technology This article, " New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2: Here's When Pre-Orders Begin " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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